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VMware SSD updates can improve ESXi performance
Solid-state storage is beginning to make a splash in data centers, and there are a handful of VMware SSD use cases for that can improve ESXi host performance.
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VMware Player 4: A free introduction to virtualization
VMware Player 4 offers virtualization newbies and IT pros a free, easy to use and safe platform to test different operating systems or new software.
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How to use VMware Orchestrator
VMware Orchestrator automation and plug-ins make some parts of an admin’s job easier, but there is a steep learning curve to move beyond built-in workflows.
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Dissecting the vCenter Operations Management Suite
VMware’s new vCenter Operations Management Suite bundles several infrastructure products that administrators can use together to improve insight into their environments.
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Configuring vSwitch security: Don’t trust defaults
It is important for administrators to understand and address the default VMware vSwitch security settings that could leave their networks vulnerable to attacks.
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VMware vCenter Converter: Easy V2V and P2V migrations
VMware vCenter Converter Standalone is a free tool that shops can use to import VMs from other virtualization platforms into vSphere or perform a hassle-free P2V migration.
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Using VMware Capacity Planner to make smarter decisions
Using VMware Capacity Planner to inventory data center resources and project hardware needs, IT pros can save time and money when planning a virtual environment.
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Storage configuration options for Site Recovery Manager
Crafting a comprehensive DR plan with VMware Site Recovery Plan is no easy feat. It involves choosing a storage configuration, replication technology and recovery time objective.
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Installing the VMware vSphere Web Client
Break free from the Windows ball and chain, and install the vSphere Web Client for browser-based VMware management. It’s great for admins who are constantly on the go.
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VMware vSphere Web Client: Browsing the features
The vSphere Web Client includes most features found in the traditional vSphere Client with the added advantage of allowing admins to work from any location or operating system.
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Top five VMware network performance tips
Tweaking a few, simple configuration settings can improve VMware network performance and ensure that VMs receive their fair share of bandwidth.
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Understanding VMware vCenter roles and permissions
Following best practices when assigning VMware vCenter roles and permissions to users in a virtual environment can improve vSphere security.
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Getting started with VMware virtual appliances
VMware virtual appliances significantly reduce the time it takes to deploy VMs and applications, making it easier for IT pros to test new tools and configurations.
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FAQ: Creating a VMware disaster recovery plan
A VMware disaster recovery plan reduces downtime and ensures that vital data is safe. But it involves several technical and political considerations as well as the right DR tools.
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Open source alternatives to VMware vShield Zones
If VMware vShield Zones is slowing you down, there are several, effective open source alternatives in the form of virtual firewalls and intrusion protection systems available.
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Building a remote VMware disaster recovery site
Constructing a remote VMware disaster recovery site ensures that your business stays running after a disaster. But without proper planning, you’ll waste a lot of time and money.
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Using VM performance monitoring tools for vSphere 5
There are a variety of VM performance monitoring tools for VMware vSphere 5. Using the right combination of utilities will ensure a productive and efficient virtual environment.
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Configuring ESXi syslog for centralized logging
Adjusting a few VMware ESXi syslog preferences can enable centralized logging on a remote host, which reduces the chance of losing important log data after a disaster.
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Using Fusion for Mac to get more from your Windows VM
VMware Fusion for Mac is a boon for IT pros that work with various OSes. VMware Fusion 4, in particular, can create snapshots and allow a Windows VM to use built-in Mac devices.
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VMware ESXi security FAQ
As the sole hypervisor of vSphere 5, you need to know the ins and outs of VMware ESXi, especially when it comes to securing the hypervisor and ESXi hosts.
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VMware cloud certification on the horizon
While there is no official VMware cloud certification yet, IT pros hoping to get ahead should abandon the siloed approach to IT and prepare to lead their organization to the cloud.
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Promoting green initiatives with VMware software
Green initiatives aren’t just for data centers. Reducing electricity use and preventing e-waste at home can be as simple as using free VMware software to virtualize desktops.
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Replacing self-signed SSL certificates for ESXi
VMware’s default, self-signed SSL certificates ensure data encryption. By importing certificates from trusted, third-parties, however, you can improve ESXi security even further.
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Using vCloud Director 1.5 in the real world
Although many organizations have been slow to adopt vCloud Director 1.5, one expert predicts a coming increase and offers advice for administrators who are looking to get started.